Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association ASTM D2239, D3035, D2737

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1 Irrigation NSF 14 and 61 Potable Water AWWA C Cold Water Service IAPMO PS24-69 Plastic Pipe Institute Uniform Plumbing Code Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association ASTM D2239, D3035, D2737

2 DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line High Density Polyethylene Piping and Tubing System PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Not all polyethylene (PE) materials are created equal. Just as with other piping materials, there are different types and grades with varying levels of performance. DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe is manufactured from high density polyethylene (HDPE) with superior levels of performance exceeding those of other conventional, commodity HDPE pipe. This pipe is extruded using a high density pipe resin (PE 4710) manufactured by Chevron Phillips Chemical Company. PE 4710 is tailor-made to obtain a high quality pipe with superior long-term load bearing capabilities. This resin combines high density and toughness with quality extrusion to impart superior properties to the finished pipe product. DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe possesses the following characteristics, yet offers the broadest levels of performance: Tough and Durable DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe can endure the punishment of the most demanding urban installations. Municipalities and home owners need a product that can provide reliability and longevity. To achieve this, the installation location s average annual water temperature is recommended as a design guideline. Water flow velocities should be limited to the specific design criteria of the piping system to ensure that the pipe can handle repetitive water hammer and pressure surges while providing long service life. Economical Using DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe with proper installation practices may result in substantial material and construction savings over alternate piping materials. Flexible The flexibility of DriscoPlex allows it to be curved over, under and around obstacles, and to make elevation and directional changes. The flexibility and toughness allow the pipe to be plowed or pulled-in with suitable equipment. Ductile Because HDPE is ductile, it can endure freezing weather without becoming brittle. Should the water freeze, DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe will temporarily, yet reversibly, swell without splitting, cracking or bursting Light Weight with Long Lengths DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe weighs less than copper (size for size) and is manufactured in long coil lengths for rapid installation in the service trench, thus reducing the need for joints and fittings. Non-toxic/Non-tasting DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe is resistant to a wide array of chemicals and consistently passes the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) requirements for odor and taste. The NSF logo is an integral part of the pipe s permanent print line. NSF Standard 61 is a healtheffects standard evaluating materials that come into contact with potable water. NSF Standard 14 is both a product performance standard and a health-effects standard. DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe meets the requirements of both NSF 14 and 61. DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe is NSF 14 listed. Listed and Approved DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe meets or exceeds the following organization codes and standards: American Water Works Association: AWWA C National Sanitation Foundation: NSF Standard 14 & NSF Standard 61 International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials: IAPMO PS24-69 American Society for Testing and Materials: ASTM D2239, D3035, D2737 Uniform Plumbing Code: UPC Plastic Pipe Institute: PPI Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association: PPFA Bulletin PP 415 / December 2012 Page Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP

3 Sizes and Working Pressure Ratings ASTM D2239 Inside Diameter Controlled HDPE Pipe (IPS/SIDR) Nominal Size (inches) Dimension Ratio OD / ID (Inches) Coil Length / Pallet Quantity Weight (lbs/100 ft) Pressure Class (psi) 3/4" / /1800 or 400 / psi / /1800 or 300 / psi 1-1/4" / /1500 or 300 / psi 1-1/2" / /1400 or 300 / psi 2" / /1000 or 300 / psi ASTM D2737 Outside Diameter Controlled HDPE Tubing (CTS) Nominal Size (inches) Dimension Ratio OD / ID (Inches) Coil Length / Pallet Quantity Weight (lbs/100 ft) Pressure Class (psi) 3/4" / /1800 or 500 / psi 1" / /1600 or 300 / psi 1-1/4" / /1400 or 300'/ psi 1-1/2" / /1300 or 300 / psi 2" / /1300 or 300 / psi ASTM D3035 Outside Diameter Controlled HDPE Pipe (IPS/SDR) Nominal Size (inches) Dimension Ratio OD / ID (Inches) Coil Length / Pallet Quantity Weight (lbs/100 ft) Pressure Class (psi) 3/4" / /1800 or 500 / psi 1" / /1800 or 500 / psi 1-1/4" / /1500 or 500 / psi 1-1/2" / /2500 or 500 / psi 2" / /1800 or 500 / psi 2" / /1800 or 500 / psi 3" / /1750 or 1000 / psi 3" / /1750 or 1000 / psi 3" / /1750 or 1000 / psi Note: Performance Pipe Ultra-Line Water Service Pipe and Tubing Pressure Class is based on applications at temperatures up to and including 80 F. Solid black pipe and tubing is standard. Contact your Performance Pipe representative for additional sizes, information, installation and temperature guidelines. Bulletin PP 415 / December 2012 Page Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP

4 Easy Installation Pipe and Tubing, Main-to-Meter, Meter-to -House The flexibility, toughness and light weight of DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe combine for easy handling and minimum installation time. The underground installation techniques for DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe are very similar to those used for metallic pipe and tubing. Some considerations, however, should be taken for the differences between metal and plastic pipe as follows: Storage and Handling Inspect new coils for transport damage. Coils may be stored outside without damage from weather. Avoid placing coils where they may be exposed to excessive heat. Avoid dragging coils over rough terrain. Avoid letting the coils hit sharp objects which may cut or puncture the pipe or tubing. Pre-Installation Considerations Before installation, pipe should be inspected for cuts, punctures or excessive abrasion which may have resulted from shipping or handling damage. Any damage equal to or greater than 10 percent of the wall thickness should be cut out and the pipe rejoined to form continuous lengths. Pipe should be flushed out before final connections are made to eliminate any dirt or sand which may have entered the pipe during installation. Each service line must be totally flushed of concentrated disinfectant solution within 24 hours after disinfection. Trenching and Backfill Trench bottoms should be free of large rocks and sharp objects, and be relatively smooth. Where ledge rock, hard pan, or stones/boulders are encountered, it is advisable to bed the trench bottom with sand or compacted fine grained soil. The trench depth should be at least 12 inches below the local frost-line and a minimum backfill depth of 18 inches or one pipe diameter whichever is greater should be used. The trench bottom should be compacted to prevent soil settlement. The trench may be curved to avoid obstacles and reduce fittings. The curvature should be a minimum radius of at least 30 times the pipe outside dimension (30 x D). Where mechanical connectors are present, the connection should be isolated from the curve. The backfill should be uniform, free of rocks and sharp or heavy objects which may damage the pipe. Soil conditions, frost-line, pipe size and necessary cover will determine the trench depth. When trenching and backfilling, installers should follow the guidelines of ASTM D2774 and ASTM D2321. Local, state or national codes may also govern. Burial in Contaminated Soils Polyethylene pipe has been used successfully to transport potable water safely since the early 1950s. However, all potable water piping systems, whether plastic or metal, are vulnerable to contamination by certain chemical absorption into the pipe wall or joints of the pipe. There are some organic solvents and hydrocarbon fuels which will affect PE pipe if present in the surrounding soil in sufficient concentrations. The underground use of DriscoPlex PE piping systems and water service lines should be avoided in areas of soil contamination known to affect PE pipe, or anywhere there is high risk for potential severe chemical spills. Performance Pipe advises that DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra- Line PE pipe should not be installed in contaminated soils. In these circumstances, no piping system can be considered immune to contamination. If the contaminating source cannot be safely controlled, or if the service tubing cannot be dual-contained, it is best to change the piping route all together, regardless of the pipe material being used. Please review the PPI comment on Permeation of Water Pipes. Thermal Expansion and Contraction Plastic expands and contracts when exposed to temperature changes and allowances for this should be made during installation. The general rule of thumb is a 1 inch per 100 ft of pipe per 10 F temperature change. Hydrostatic Testing Pressure test the line with water before backfilling (or with partial backfill to hold the pipe in place). Normally, a test is completed at a pressure of 150 percent of the pipe working pressure rating or at the lowest component pressure rating for a total duration of 8 hours from initial pressurization to depressurization. Check all joints and connections for leaks before completing the backfill. Bulletin PP 415 / December 2012 Page Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP

5 Additional guidelines for hydro-testing can be found in the Plastics Pipe Institute s technical recommendations TR-31 and Performance Pipe s PP 802-TN Leak Testing. Again, total flushing of concentrated disinfectant solution from each service line is prescribed within 24 hours of disinfection. Mechanical Joining DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe can be mechanically joined to itself, copper tubing or mechanical devices using plastic or metal couplers. It s suggested that only the manufacturer s supplied installation instructions should be used to assemble the mechanical fitting on the PE pipe. Extra care is required when using internal stiffeners in mechanical connectors. The stiffeners should not extend beyond the body of the mechanical joint. There is a potential for crack formation in the pipe if a bend is too sharp near the end of such a stiffener. Consult with each mechanical joint device manufacturer for its endorsement and recommendation when used with HDPE service pipe and tubing. Connection to Mains There are many options available to connect DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe to a main. Options that must be considered include type of material, installation, fitting, tap and size. Connection to a PE main can be made using either fusion or mechanical fittings. However, to connect to a main that is of a different material, only mechanical fittings can be utilized. If mechanical saddles or fittings are utilized, it must be designed for use with PE, otherwise leakage in joints may be present. In addition, mechanical fittings that use screws or bolts that tighten into the wall of the pipe can cause point loading failures in PE pipe. Fittings that distribute equal compressive stresses around the PE pipe wall are recommended. More information can found in the PPI Polyethylene Piping Systems Field Manual for Municipal Water. Please consult with the fittings manufacturer for further recommendations. Cautions Polyethylene has been used safely in many applications. There are precautions that should be adhered to when using any product and in this respect PE is no different. The following is a listing of some of the cautions that should be considered when using Performance Pipe PE products: Bend Radius The pipe bend radius should be kept to 100 times the outside diameter when a mechanical or socket fitting is present to avoid over stressing the pipe and/or fitting connection. When a fitting is not present, the bend radius should be kept within the prescribed minimum bend radius ratio based on the pipe s Dimension Ratio. Review PP 819-TN Field Bending of DriscoPlex Pipe Fusion During the heat fusion process the equipment and pipe product may reach temperatures in excess of 400 F. Cautions should be taken to prevent burns. Review Performance Pipe s heat fusion literature Air Pressure High air pressure is not recommended for use in HDPE pipe for testing. DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE pipe should not be used for process air. Consult your supplier for additional precautions. Review PP 820-TN Leak Testing Static Electricity High static electricity charges can be associated with HDPE pipe products. Improper use of pinch-off equipment in gaseous areas can be extremely dangerous. Review PP 801-TN Polyethylene Pipe Squeeze-Off Impact or Hitting HDPE pipe is impact resistant. Any hitting of the pipe with an instrument, such as a hammer, may result in uncontrolled rebound. Review DriscoPlex 5100 Ultra-Line PE Pipe Material Safety Data Sheet Coils Coiled HDPE pipe may contain energy like in a spring. Uncontrolled release, i.e. cutting of straps, can result in dangerous uncontrolled forces. All safety precautions and proper equipment are required. Review Performance Pipe s Pipe Loading and Unloading Safety Video Bulletin PP 415 / December 2012 Page Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP

6 CONTACT INFORMATION: Performance Pipe A Division of Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP 5085 W. Park Blvd, Suite 500 Plano, TX Phone: Fax: Visit Performance Pipe on the web for the latest literature updates. NOTE: By using any Technical Information contained herein, Recipient agrees that said Technical Information is given by Performance Pipe, a division of Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP for convenience only, without any warranty or guarantee of any kind, and is accepted and used at your sole risk. Recipients are encouraged to verify independently any such information to their reasonable satisfaction. As used in this paragraph, "Technical Information" includes any technical advice, recommendations, testing, or analysis, including, without limitation, information as it may relate to the selection of a product for a specific use and application.